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Lemon Pesto Turkey Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600
A quick and flavorful pasta dish combining lemon, pesto, and turkey for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Salt

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 each lemon zest (from one lemon)
  • 0.5 cup prepared basil pesto
  • 0.5 pound farfalle (bow tie) pasta
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion (about one medium onion)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups chopped cooked turkey meat (leftover turkey thigh works great)
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Boil water with salt, cook pasta for 10 minutes until al dente.
  • Whisk eggs, lemon zest, and pesto in a bowl; set aside.
  • Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
  • Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent, add garlic and turkey, heat through.
  • Add pasta to pan, pour egg mixture, toss quickly, add reserved water if needed.

Notes

Adjust salt and pepper to taste, and add lemon juice for extra brightness if desired.
Calories: 600kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemon, Pasta, Turkey